Lung disease is a disease in which the lungs are compromised due to the presence of microorganisms or foreign substances in the body, for example, causing coughing, fever and shortness of breath.
Treatment of lung disease is based on the cause and can be done with the use of antibiotics, antiparasitics or corticosteroids, as recommended.
Lung disease can be classified into several types depending on its cause by:
A diagnosis of lung disease may be made by a generalist or pneumologist by evaluating symptoms and the outcome of the pulmonary X-ray exam, where you can see the areas where the lung is compromised.
Symptoms of lung disease vary by cause, but usually include high fever, cough, chest pain, shortness of breath and increased heart rate.
It is important for your doctor to evaluate your symptoms so that you can be aware of the severity and thus establish the best treatment.
Treatment of lung disease varies depending on the individual’s lung disease, but can be done through the use of antibiotics, antifungals or antiparasitics, for example in the case of infectious lung disease.Corticosteroids may also be recommended to relieve symptoms and reduce inflammation of all medications should be used in accordance with medical advice.
In more severe cases of lung disease, the person may be hospitalized in addition to oxygen therapy.